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Born in New York City, the only child of the late Walter and Magdalena Von Frohberg Pach.
He graduated from Chateau Bures, a private school for boys in Paris, France; and Bowdoin College, Brunswick, Maine. His post graduate studies were at the Conservatory of Music in Paris, France and San Francisco, Calif.; Manhattan School of Music, New York City; UNC, Chapel Hill, N.C.; Military Intelligence School, Md.; and Marine Corp Extension School, Quantico, Va.
He served in the Army (WWII) in the Intelligence Division; retired as Major in the Marine Corps., owned a foreign car dealership in Italy, was a commercial builder, North Carolina, and sang Basso in various operas in the Italy and the USA. He volunteered locally with Seaman's and SCORE in Hampton for many years.
He is preceded in death by his first wife, Ruth Nantkes Pach; and step-daughter, Linda Grainger.
He is survived by his wife, Shirley Jordan Pach; two daughters, Christina Bowen (husband Chet) and Tjodi Orlandino; two sons, Michael Pach (wife Nancy) and Mark Pach; and four grandchildren. His extended family includes a step-daughter, Sandra Jordan Murray; two step-sons, Bobby Jordan (wife Bonnie) and Randy Jordan; seven step-grandchildren, seven step-great grandchildren, and one step-great great grandchild.
Mr. Pach was a member of Parkview Baptist Church in Newport News. A memorial service will be held there at 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 5. The family will receive friends at the church immediately following the service. Burial will be private.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Parkview Baptist Church Youth Group. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
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Kathy Mintz
October 9, 2008
Shirley, It has been a long time since we have shared a visit but I just wanted you to know how sorry I am to hear of your husband's passing. I know you will miss him so much as I have missed Johnny. But the Lord has been so good to both of us to bless us with such good families. We have such wonderful children to fall back on and that care about us so much. I just found out, Doug called and told me that Randy called him. If we had known we would have been there for you. I hope all of you will cherish good memories. Take care and call me anytime if you feel like it.
Kimberly Drew
October 6, 2008
Our condolences and prayers to Mr. Pach's family. We met him once at a dinner while visiting our daughters last spring and we were impressed with how energetic, friendly, and upbeat he was. We wish you the comfort of your wonderful memories with him. The Drew's from Vermont
Cathy Gregory Elmore
October 5, 2008
Shirley,
Raymond was a blessing to everyone's life. His excitement and enthusiasm was truly amazing. I enjoyed playing for him and spending time discussing his love of music. My prayers and love are with you during this time.
Love,
Eugene Desaulniers
October 5, 2008
Raymond was a great friend and neighbor . A gentltmen in every sense of the word. A man who had a real sense of humor and just loved a good story . He was a pleasure to be with and everyone allways enjoyed his company.
He will be greatly missed by all .
Our hearts and prayers are with his wife Shirley and all his family .
He is with God and will be watching over us all .
Our deepest sympathy and condolences
Joan and Gene Desaulniers
Laurette McCarthy
October 5, 2008
Raymond Pach was a kind-hearted, caring, and generous soul and a true gentleman. He was open and gracious in sharing stories of his father's life with me and other scholars who have researched Walter Pach over the years. He will be missed. My deepest sympathies to his family.
Kindest regards,
Laurette E. McCarthy
Gwen Holt
October 5, 2008
What a fine man who had such an interesting life and was blessed to share with others.
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